2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · FD55 JBX
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 41,022 miles. MOT expired on 06 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 41,022 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FD55 JBX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2025
- 41,022 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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FD55 JBX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (FD55 JBX) between January 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
FD55 JBX Mileage History
- 24/01/202239,798 mi
- 24/01/202239,798 mi
- 17/01/202340,682 mi+884 mi
- 07/08/202440,790 mi+108 mi
- 07/08/202541,022 mi+232 mi
Average of roughly 346 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo V50
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Common Problems: VOLVO V50
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Tailgate wiring and latch faults(Moderate)
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on diesels(Moderate)
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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